Democracy, Populism, & Domestic Politics Capitol attack: Where does American democracy go from here?

Our faculty affiliate Claire Finkelstein is interviewed in Penn Today about this week's violence at the U.S. Capitol.

What should have been a routine legislative gathering to certify Joseph R. Biden Jr.’s election victory turned into a deadly siege as supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol, attacking police officers, ransacking offices, and taking over the Senate chamber before being dispersed hours later.

It was a dark and unprecedented moment in American history. Where does the nation go from here?

Penn Today spoke with law professor Claire Finkelstein, who directs Penn’s Center for Ethics and the Rule of Law, about what happened, potential ramifications for the president and nation, and what America must do to preserve its fragile democracy.

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